Cranford was awarded 'Excellent' in all categories by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) during its most recent Compliance & Educational Quality Inspection. The detailed and robust inspection took place in November 2022 and praised the school for both its pupils' academic and personal development.
The ISI Report serves to reaffirm Cranford’s aim and success in providing the highest quality of education and development, to create an environment that fosters each pupil's well-being, to foster a strong sense of community, and to encourage pupils to embrace a sense of curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.
"Double Excellent for Cranford"
Independent schools Inspectorate (ISI)
19 January 2023
The inspectors judge the success of the school and outcomes for pupils under two over-arching categories – the Quality of Pupils Academic and Other Achievements and Pupils’ Personal Development. The school was judged to be ‘Excellent’ in both categories. The report is a rich reflection of school life at Cranford and takes particular note of pupils and pride in their school.
We are delighted to be able share that Cranford has been awarded the highest possible outcome – ‘Double Excellent’ – in our recent Educational Quality and Regulatory Compliance inspection. I am incredibly proud of our pupils, school and community here at Cranford and a visit from the Inspectorate is always a wonderful opportunity to open the doors and share everything we do in school.
Dr James Raymond
Headmaster
Key parts in evidencing the school’s quality of education included the observation of lessons, examination of pupils’ work, and direct conversations with pupils, staff, and governors. In addition, extra-curricular clubs, sports, music, and theatre productions were observed, and pre-inspection questionnaires were sent to parents, staff, and pupils, all of which helped contribute to the excellent inspection outcome.
The Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) is the body approved by the Secretary of State for the purpose of inspecting schools belonging to the Independent Schools Council (ISC) Associations and reporting on compliance with the Education (Independent School Standards) (England) Regulations 2010, as amended.
